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News from October 2024

City of Polo City Council met October 7

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 9, 2024

City of Polo City Council met 7 p.m. Monday, October 7

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McCombie proposes proof of citizenship requirement for voter registration

By NW Illinois News | Oct 9, 2024

This week, Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie introduced a bill that mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration. The proposed legislation aims to enhance voter integrity and election security, which McCombie describes as fundamental to democracy.

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Stephenson County collects $133,314 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

In July, Stephenson County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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How many lawyers were eligible to practice law in cities within Carroll County in Q3 compared to the previous quarter?

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Carroll County in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter.

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Prairie State sales taxes: Jo Daviess County residents paid 45th-largest sum in July

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

Jo Daviess County residents paid $402,230 in sales taxes, the 45th highest total paid per county in July.

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Analysis: Dixon Unit School District 170 administrators rank 327th lowest in state for average salary in 2023

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

Administrators in Dixon Unit School District 170 earn an average of $101,102 per year, ranking 327th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Whiteside County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Sept. 28

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Whiteside County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Carroll County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Sept. 28

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Carroll County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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City of Dixon City Council met Oct. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 8, 2024

City of Dixon City Council met Monday, Oct. 7

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City of East Dubuque City Council met Oct. 7

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 8, 2024

City of East Dubuque City Council met Monday, Oct. 7

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Hamas attack anniversary marks ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

One year has passed since the deadly attack on Israel by Hamas militants on October 7, 2023. The assault resulted in the deaths of entire families and more than 250 hostages being taken. This incident is considered one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in Israel's history.

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2023: Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221 administrators rank 332nd lowest in state for average salary

By NW Illinois News | Oct 8, 2024

Administrators in Forrestville Valley Community Unit School District 221 earn an average of $101,336 per year, ranking 332nd lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Carroll County in week ending Sept. 28?

By NW Illinois News | Oct 7, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Carroll County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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$66,738 in County Sales Tax collected in July for Stephenson County

By NW Illinois News | Oct 7, 2024

In July, Stephenson County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lee County in week ending Sept. 28?

By NW Illinois News | Oct 7, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Lee County was found at five gas stations in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Ogle County residents pay $117,189 in Countywide Sales Tax in July

By NW Illinois News | Oct 7, 2024

In July, Ogle County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Lee County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Sept. 28

By NW Illinois News | Oct 7, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lee County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Representative Fritts highlights local business contributions and upcoming waste collection drive

By NW Illinois News | Oct 7, 2024

State Representative Bradley J. Fritts recently highlighted Poolside Pools and Spas for their community contributions in September 2024. Founded by Jim and Cary McCue in 2006, the business offers various services such as inground pools and saunas. "Jim and Cary are dedicated to our community," said Rep. Fritts, noting their involvement with local Boy Scouts, school fundraisers, and hospice support.

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Illinois leaders host successful annual shredding event

By NW Illinois News | Oct 7, 2024

This weekend, many residents of northwest Illinois participated in a free paper shredding event organized by House Minority Leader Tony McCombie. The event aimed to provide a secure way for locals to dispose of paper documents containing personal information.

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City of Galena Historic Preservation Commission met Oct. 3

By Philip Gonzales | Oct 7, 2024

City of Galena Historic Preservation Commission met Thursday, Oct. 3